The Poetical Works of Peter Purves is a collection of poems written by the Scottish poet, Peter Purves. The book was published in 1879 and includes a portrait of the author as well as a prefatory sketch that introduces readers to his life and work.The poems in this collection cover a range of themes, from nature and love to social commentary and political satire. Purves' writing style is characterized by his use of vivid imagery, lyrical language,...